# Metaphorical World Maps This Artist Uses a Re-Imagined Map of the World To Promote His Passion By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-06-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-maps References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2016/06/27/turning-a-world-map-into-a-clever-print-of-cyclist-silhouette/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [100copies.net](http://www.100copies.net/product/35-tour-de-world) Artist Thomas Yang designed world maps that re-imagine the standard map and fits it into the shape of a bicycle. The 'Tour de World' map was created to demonstrate how people from all over the world can and should come together to use one of the most [environmentally friendly forms of transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ethunder) -- biking. The striking image is a representation of the individual act of riding a bike turning into a global practice that strengthens the "green movement" and promotes eco-friendly and cost-effective methods of transportation. The important message that comes with these world maps has clearly resonated with people, as the maps are currently sold out. By imagining an [artistic representation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-carson) that has come together to represent this movement, the artist hopes to send the message that this is possible in reality as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Environmental-friendly Transportation:** The artwork demonstrates the need for promoting eco-friendly transportation. - **Global Collaboration:** The artwork promotes the idea of people coming together from all over the world to embrace the green movement. - **Creative Representations:** The artwork showcases the potential for creative representations to spread important messages. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** This industry can create meaningful art to communicate important messages. - **Transportation:** This industry can work towards producing and promoting more eco-friendly methods of transportation. - **Advertising and Marketing:** This industry can use creative and unique representations to spread their messages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Engaging Travel Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-maps.md) - [Picturesque Cyclist Exploration Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-ride.md) - [Limited-Edition Two-Speed Folding Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twospeed-folding-bike.md) - [Colorful Cycling Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-together.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md) - [Multi-Sensory Art Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcadia-earth-toronto-benjamin-von-wong.md) - [To-Scale Interactive Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-size-of-countries.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Decor-Matching Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/around-spinning-bike.md)